22 Nov
Earlier today, Xbox.com, Xbox Live and other related servers went offline without warning. Microsoft has since confirmed to GamesIndustry International that all services have been restored, and it is currently investigating the cause of the disruption. “Microsoft can confirm that all online services have been restored,” a representative said. “We are investigating the root cause […]
14 Nov
Microsoft’s Larry Hryb has announced that former Sony Computer Entertainment America social media manger, Jeff Rubenstein, has been hired as the social media director at Xbox. “I’m beyond thrilled to be joining the Xbox team at such an exciting time for the industry,” Rubenstein said, in part. “During the interview process, I was taken with how passionate […]
09 Nov
Former Nokia CEO Stephen Elop, one of the candidates to take over Microsoft would consider selling the company’s Xbox business, Bloomberg reports. Elop joined Microsoft as executive VP of Devices and Studios when Nokia sold its Devices and Services division to Microsoft in September. He is believed to be one of the top candidates to […]
09 Nov
Speaking to Engadget, Microsoft’s senior director of product management Albert Penello has said that the Xbox One will not even be able to play disc-based games without a mandatory day one update. “Functionally, you will be able to do very little without taking the day one update,” Penello said, in part. “A lot of the […]